Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2005 Lexus ES 330FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Part Tightened | N.m | kgf.cm | ft-lbf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camshaft timing oil control valve assy at Cylinder head sub-assy | 8.0 | 80 | 71 in..lbf |
| Camshaft timing oil control valve assy at Cylinder head sub-assy LH | 8.0 | 80 | 71 in..lbf |
| Engine wire No. 3 (battery negative terminal) at Battery | 5.4 | 55 | 48 in..lbf |
| Engine coolant temperature sensor at Water outlet | 20 | 200 | 14 |
| Throttle body assy at Intake air connector | 11 | 112 | 8 |
| Air cleaner cap sub-assy at Air cleaner case sub-assy | 5.0 | 51 | 44 in..lbf |
| V-bank cover sub-assy at Cylinder head cover sub-assy | 7.9 | 81 | 70 in..lbf |
| Front suspension upper brace center at Body (w/o TEMS) | 80 | 816 | 59 |
| Knock sensor at Cylinder block sub-assy | 20 | 199 | 14 |
| Water outlet at Cylinder head sub-assy | 15 | 153 | 11 |
| Water outlet at Cylinder head sub-assy LH | 15 | 153 | 11 |
| Intake manifold at Cylinder head sub-assy | 15 | 153 | 11 |
| Intake manifold at Cylinder head sub-assy LH | 15 | 153 | 11 |
| Ground cable at Intake manifold | 8.4 | 86 | 74 in..lbf |
| Engine moving control rod at Body | 64 | 653 | 47 |
| Engine moving control rod at Water outlet | 23 | 235 | 17 |
| Accelerator pedal rod assy at Body | 5.4 | 55 | 48 in..lbf |
| ECM at Body | 5.5 | 56 | 49 in..lbf |
| Stereo component amplifier assy at Body | 5.5 | 56 | 49 in..lbf |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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